We enter into the world in the form of infancy. There is “no way” a baby can provide for himself. He only knows if he is satisfied or dissatisfied. Childhood arrives with the stage of “my way.” The next phase is the adolescent searching for “some way” […]
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03
Aug
2023
Maturity is the Report Card of Life
27
Jul
2023
Perseverance is the Diligence of Life
Have you ever heard the term, “Practice makes perfect?” A student can take piano lessons for years, but only that student who ardently perseveres and practices with consistent devotion will develop the skill of playing the piano. It doesn’t matter how much the lessons cost or how […]
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19
Jul
2023
Doubt is the Skepticism of Life
The Bible records the reaction of the disciples to the news of Christ’s resurrection in John 20:19-29. Thomas was filled with disbelief and even stated that he would only believe when he saw the nail scars in His hands. The moment Christ entered the room instead of […]
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14
Jul
2023
Belief is the Validation of Life
Two of the basic spiritual and emotional needs in life are to believe in something and to have someone believe in you. When you believe in God, believe in yourself, and in others, you will experience contentment that cannot come from any other source. God doesn’t even […]
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05
Jul
2023
Grandparenting is the Second Chance of Life
Someone said, “If I had known being a grandparent would be so much fun, I would have done that first.” We all enter parenthood with the lofty goal of not making the same mistakes our parents made, only to discover that we make new mistakes of our […]
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28
Jun
2023
Nutrition is the Sustenance of Life
You are going to love this key. It is about one of our favorite subjects: food! Food and water are not luxuries. They are vital to our existence. Doctors tell us, “We are what we eat.” The continuous supply of food energizes our body to function properly. […]
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22
Jun
2023
Communication is the Connection of Life
Communication skills determine how we connect and relate to those in our world. Have you ever felt exasperated because what you said was not what you actually communicated? When those with whom you were in dialogue repeated their perception of the conversation, you were left wondering, “How […]
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13
Jun
2023
Grace is the Pardon of Life
Grace is God’s amazing, unlimited, unmerited favor. His grace pardons our transgressions. John Newton composed one of the most popular hymns ever written. He wrote, “Amazing grace how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost, but now I’m found. I was […]
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07
Jun
2023
Inventory is the Evaluation of Life
Periodically businesses are closed for inventory. Teams of workers itemize the company’s stock to evaluate its level of productivity and efficiency. Personal inventory is advantageous in keeping us on track. Sometimes we unconsciously become distracted and lose objectivity. Conduct an inventory of your life. Am I still […]
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31
May
2023
Creativity is the Expression of Life
A Christian and an atheist went on a camping trip together. The atheist asked, “How do you know there is a God? Have you seen Him, heard Him, touched Him or smelled Him?” The Christian said, “No.” Before going to sleep, he asked God for an answer. […]
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